Before I get started, I just wanted to mention that I'm going to A-kon tomorrow so if anybody wants to meet up, PM me.Now that I've finished talking about the show itself, onto the cast parties! We operate under the rule of "What happens at cast party stays at cast party" so I can't go into too much detail. Go become an actor (in college) yourself if you want the real scoop.The first of our many shindigs was the St. Patrick's Day party at Matt's apartment. It was at the end of our 1st weekend of performances, and everybody was deprived of alcohol earlier that night, so things got CRAAAZY! Apparently, I don't look like a person who would dance the night away so basically all the non-Bakerites were shocked. Even Matt (though he shocked me by getting his groove on with us students). I got dubbed the best dancer of the night - a title I don't think I'm quite worthy of.
All the St. Paddy's Day craziness led to a mellower "official" cast party that took place after our penultimate performance at Cameron's (an alumni and BakerShake vet) house. It might've been so toned down that I may have been involved in the night's most scandalous act. Sorry not divulging, but it wasn't bad...just weird.
It was at this party where I developed my most logical crush ever. I was ready to celebrate breaking my habit of liking a guy every time I'm involved with a play, but then, the more I thought about it, the more Cameron seems like my ideal guy. He like anime, video games, motorcycles, and good literature. He can build things, cook, sew, and do any of the handy stuff I'm hopeless at. Did I mention that he's good-looking, friendly, and intelligent? The downside perhaps is that he's 27, but that's a plus for my parents, who like me going for "established" guys. With a house, a stable job, 2 motorcycles, and a car, it's safe to say that Cameron is established. Unfortunately, my roommates have said a few discouraging words about age and maturity levels, and I'm worried about changing the relationship we have right now (especially since we'll both be around for BakerShake next year). Some of my friends say "Go for it," but I have to wonder if they're kind of kidding since we all agree that Cameron is the most eligible bachelor of BakerShake. I guess we'll see how things go next year.
Anyway, back to the parties. After strike (which is when we break down the set), Becky, Katy, Cameron, Rob, and I sat around talking until 3 AM. The other cast and crew members left at various times of the night. It provided some nice closure, as we started throwing ideas around for next year. You see, Katy plans on directing Richard III...though she'll have to get the majority vote.
There were a couple reunions following the play's end. I guess I could describe them, but nothing too interesting (and you're probably sick of how vague I'm being). This has been such a wonderful experience. I'm glad I made a lot of new friends, and I hope the ones who haven't graduated yet return for next year's BakerShake.
Quote of the day:
"But give us the swords. We have bucklers of our own." - Margaret, Much Ado About Nothing (Yes, it's supposed to be a double entendre.)
BakerShake recap part II